Thanatophile is a word that refers to a person who is drawn to death and its mysteries. Some synonyms for this term include 'necrophiliac', 'morbid', and 'macabre'. Necrophiliac specifically means someone who is sexually attracted to dead bodies, while morbid and macabre both refer to a fascination or preoccupation with death and all things related. Other synonyms for thanatophile include 'death-obsessed', 'funeral aficionado', and 'grim'. While these terms may seem strange or unsettling to some, they are useful for describing the characteristics of certain individuals or the themes of certain artistic works, such as horror movies or gothic literature.